Scheduled MonumentsEnglandBradford-on-Avon Roman Villa

Bradford-on-Avon Roman Villa

England
List entry 1493272
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England
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Overview

History & significance

Bradford-on-Avon Roman Villa is a Romano-British settlement located near the town of Bradford-on-Avon in Wiltshire, dating to the Roman occupation of Britain. The villa comprises the remains of a substantial residential complex with associated agricultural buildings, typical of rural elite settlement patterns in the Romano-British period. Excavations and archaeological survey have revealed evidence of occupation spanning several centuries, demonstrating the site's importance as a centre of agricultural production and local authority in the wider landscape. The villa's layout and artefactual assemblage reflect the integration of Roman architectural practices and economic systems within the indigenous settlement hierarchy of Roman Britain.

Bradford-on-Avon Roman Villa is a scheduled monument protected by Historic England under reference 1493272. View the official record →

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What is Bradford-on-Avon Roman Villa?

Bradford-on-Avon Roman Villa is a Romano-British settlement located near the town of Bradford-on-Avon in Wiltshire, dating to the Roman occupation of Britain. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic England (NHLE) under reference 1493272.

Who is responsible for protecting Bradford-on-Avon Roman Villa?

Bradford-on-Avon Roman Villa is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic England (NHLE) — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in England. The official designation reference is 1493272.

What other scheduled monuments are near Bradford-on-Avon Roman Villa?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Iford Bridge (3.1 km), Site of correrie or lower house to Hinton Priory (3.7 km), The Falconry, Farleigh Hungerford (4 km).

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